‘Ripped off’ caravan owners start compensation bid
Parks involved in the legal action have defended their sales practices and pitch fee rises. Read More
Why does Britain face flight chaos during bad weather?
Delays and cancellations related to British weather may become more common. Read More
Shops offer grottos and wine to combat ‘drab’ December
Small businesses are offering incentives to entice customers as consumer confidence remains low. Read More
Pigs in blankets and fizz help boost Lidl Christmas sales
The supermarket chain said it achieved its best Christmas on record in 2024, although growth has slowed. Read More
House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide
Housing market activity remained “remarkably resilient” despite affordability challenges, the lender says. Read More
Avanti passengers face disruption in fresh train strikes
Rail managers who are RMT union members are locked in a row over rest day working. Read More
Energy prices rise with warnings of more pain to come
The new year starts with a 1% increase in domestic gas and electricity prices under Ofgem’s price cap. Read More
Bus passengers in England face £1 fare cap rise
One leading lobby group said it would result in a “costly start” to 2025 for many bus passengers. Read More
Era of cheap Russian gas to EU ends as transit across Ukraine stops
The EU says most states will not be affected but other European countries, including Moldova, are facing shortages. Read More
Women working at home could risk missing out, says Nationwide boss
The boss of the world’s biggest building society told the BBC that more needs to be done to support women at work. Read More